Adecco Healthcare & Life Sciences is hiring a contract Scientist for our Pharmaceutical partner in Waltham, MA.
The anticipated hourly wage for this position is between $48 and $49.66. Hourly wage may depend upon experience, education, geographic location, and other factors.
Benefit offerings include medical, As an experienced scientist, you will need to work independently and efficiently on Synthetic Biology including gene and oligo design, oligo synthesis, gene assembly, next generation sequencing and data analysis, nucleic acid purification and characterization, take lead in high throughput gene synthesis and plasmid production, process automation and protocol development, improvement of quality and throughput, problem solving etc.
Key responsibilities for position
About growing with us for winning with us
In this role you will :
Independently plan, design, and execute synthetic biology experiments to construct and prepare high quality of nucleic acid material for mRNA vaccine production. Take part in mRNA vaccine target development, DNA template production, QC and data analysis.
Develop, evaluate, and implement new synthetic biology technology and optimize existing techniques and workflows to meet goals.
Collaborate with Automation engineers to automate the gene synthesis workflow, meet the high throughput requirements.
Utilize software tools to automate DNA designs, NGS data analysis.
Function in highly collaborative cross functional teams.
Prepare technical reports, presentations, and recommendations to management and other stakeholders.
Mentor junior team members as needed.
This will be primarily a lab-based position.
Competencies / Requirements for position
About you
Ph.D. with 2+ year of post-graduate experience in synthetic biology field with extensive experience in oligo synthesis, sequence design, gene assembly, NGS library prep, analysis and process optimization.
Desire to work in a team-first, fast-paced environment, learn new skills, and to efficiently solve problems.
Attention to detail & meticulous record keeping
Hands-on molecular biology skills in oligo synthesizer, PCR, Gibson and Golden Gate Assembly, Illumina and nanopore NGS platform, automated liquid handler Hamilton etc.
Expertise in nucleic acid sequence analysis software (Geneious, Snapgene, Benchling etc). Some experience in programing such as Python, SQL, R.
Expertise in analytical and molecular biology methods relevant to DNA work.
Contract research labs: setting up research agreements and managing externalized research and tech transfer activities dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits, Daily Pay, and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria
As an experienced scientist, you will need to work independently and efficiently on Synthetic Biology including gene and oligo design, oligo synthesis, gene assembly, next generation sequencing and data analysis, nucleic acid purification and characterization, take lead in high throughput gene synthesis and plasmid production, process automation and protocol development, improvement of quality and throughput, problem solving etc.
Key responsibilities for position
About growing with us for winning with us
In this role you will :
Independently plan, design, and execute synthetic biology experiments to construct and prepare high quality of nucleic acid material for mRNA vaccine production. Take part in mRNA vaccine target development, DNA template production, QC and data analysis.
Develop, evaluate, and implement new synthetic biology technology and optimize existing techniques and workflows to meet goals.
Collaborate with Automation engineers to automate the gene synthesis workflow, meet the high throughput requirements.
Utilize software tools to automate DNA designs, NGS data analysis.
Function in highly collaborative cross functional teams.
Prepare technical reports, presentations, and recommendations to management and other stakeholders.
Mentor junior team members as needed.
This will be primarily a lab-based position.
Competencies / Requirements for position
About you
Ph.D. with 2+ year of post-graduate experience in synthetic biology field with extensive experience in oligo synthesis, sequence design, gene assembly, NGS library prep, analysis and process optimization.
Desire to work in a team-first, fast-paced environment, learn new skills, and to efficiently solve problems.
Attention to detail & meticulous record keeping
Hands-on molecular biology skills in oligo synthesizer, PCR, Gibson and Golden Gate Assembly, Illumina and nanopore NGS platform, automated liquid handler Hamilton etc.
Expertise in nucleic acid sequence analysis software (Geneious, Snapgene, Benchling etc). Some experience in programing such as Python, SQL, R.
Expertise in analytical and molecular biology methods relevant to DNA work.
Contract research labs: setting up research agreements and managing externalized research and tech transfer activities
**Pay Details:** $48.00 to $49.66 per hour
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
+ The California Fair Chance Act
+ Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
+ Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
+ San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
The anticipated hourly wage for this position is between $48 and $49.66. Hourly wage may depend upon experience, education, geographic location, and other factors.
Benefit offerings include medical, As an experienced scientist, you will need to work independently and efficiently on Synthetic Biology including gene and oligo design, oligo synthesis, gene assembly, next generation sequencing and data analysis, nucleic acid purification and characterization, take lead in high throughput gene synthesis and plasmid production, process automation and protocol development, improvement of quality and throughput, problem solving etc.
Key responsibilities for position
About growing with us for winning with us
In this role you will :
Independently plan, design, and execute synthetic biology experiments to construct and prepare high quality of nucleic acid material for mRNA vaccine production. Take part in mRNA vaccine target development, DNA template production, QC and data analysis.
Develop, evaluate, and implement new synthetic biology technology and optimize existing techniques and workflows to meet goals.
Collaborate with Automation engineers to automate the gene synthesis workflow, meet the high throughput requirements.
Utilize software tools to automate DNA designs, NGS data analysis.
Function in highly collaborative cross functional teams.
Prepare technical reports, presentations, and recommendations to management and other stakeholders.
Mentor junior team members as needed.
This will be primarily a lab-based position.
Competencies / Requirements for position
About you
Ph.D. with 2+ year of post-graduate experience in synthetic biology field with extensive experience in oligo synthesis, sequence design, gene assembly, NGS library prep, analysis and process optimization.
Desire to work in a team-first, fast-paced environment, learn new skills, and to efficiently solve problems.
Attention to detail & meticulous record keeping
Hands-on molecular biology skills in oligo synthesizer, PCR, Gibson and Golden Gate Assembly, Illumina and nanopore NGS platform, automated liquid handler Hamilton etc.
Expertise in nucleic acid sequence analysis software (Geneious, Snapgene, Benchling etc). Some experience in programing such as Python, SQL, R.
Expertise in analytical and molecular biology methods relevant to DNA work.
Contract research labs: setting up research agreements and managing externalized research and tech transfer activities dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits, Daily Pay, and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria
As an experienced scientist, you will need to work independently and efficiently on Synthetic Biology including gene and oligo design, oligo synthesis, gene assembly, next generation sequencing and data analysis, nucleic acid purification and characterization, take lead in high throughput gene synthesis and plasmid production, process automation and protocol development, improvement of quality and throughput, problem solving etc.
Key responsibilities for position
About growing with us for winning with us
In this role you will :
Independently plan, design, and execute synthetic biology experiments to construct and prepare high quality of nucleic acid material for mRNA vaccine production. Take part in mRNA vaccine target development, DNA template production, QC and data analysis.
Develop, evaluate, and implement new synthetic biology technology and optimize existing techniques and workflows to meet goals.
Collaborate with Automation engineers to automate the gene synthesis workflow, meet the high throughput requirements.
Utilize software tools to automate DNA designs, NGS data analysis.
Function in highly collaborative cross functional teams.
Prepare technical reports, presentations, and recommendations to management and other stakeholders.
Mentor junior team members as needed.
This will be primarily a lab-based position.
Competencies / Requirements for position
About you
Ph.D. with 2+ year of post-graduate experience in synthetic biology field with extensive experience in oligo synthesis, sequence design, gene assembly, NGS library prep, analysis and process optimization.
Desire to work in a team-first, fast-paced environment, learn new skills, and to efficiently solve problems.
Attention to detail & meticulous record keeping
Hands-on molecular biology skills in oligo synthesizer, PCR, Gibson and Golden Gate Assembly, Illumina and nanopore NGS platform, automated liquid handler Hamilton etc.
Expertise in nucleic acid sequence analysis software (Geneious, Snapgene, Benchling etc). Some experience in programing such as Python, SQL, R.
Expertise in analytical and molecular biology methods relevant to DNA work.
Contract research labs: setting up research agreements and managing externalized research and tech transfer activities
**Pay Details:** $48.00 to $49.66 per hour
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
+ The California Fair Chance Act
+ Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
+ Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
+ San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Job ID: 486800425
Originally Posted on: 7/25/2025
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